Multiple choice general knowledge

What is the name of Emperor Ashoka's son, whom he had sent to Sri Lanka to preach Buddhism ?

  1. Surendra

  2. Yogendra

  3. Mahendra

  4. Narendra
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Emperor Ashoka's son Mahendra (also called Mahinda) was sent as a Buddhist missionary to Sri Lanka around 250 BCE. He is credited with establishing Buddhism in Sri Lanka, where it remains the dominant religion today.

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